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Snow outerwear sales lowest in four years, inventories rise

Snow outerwear sales lowest in four years, inventories rise

According to new SIA data, snowboard outerwear sales hit the lowest level in four years so far this season, while sales of snowboarding equipment fared a bit better.

News May 13, 2013
Vans, North Face, Timberland in Q3

Vans, North Face, Timberland in Q3

We listened to the VF conference call this morning and have details about the performance of Vans, The North Face and Timberland. Vans results from Europe are interesting.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

CFA presents Brand Protection Seminar

Press Release:   Do you know where your brand might be?   Join us for our panel discussion discussing current brand infringement for Apparel and Textiles - domestically and internationally.…

News May 13, 2013
Zumiez on Canada, discounting, snow business

Zumiez on Canada, discounting, snow business

We listened to Zumiez's earnings call this afternoon. Details on snow sales, Canada performance and openings, junior's, why Zumiez did not discount like teen competitors.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Carey Hart endorses IVI

Carey Hart endorses IVI

Press Release:   IVI ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH CAREY HART   Entrepreneur, FMX Legend, and MX Team Owner To Endorse IVI   Irvine, CA – (April 25, 2012) IVI today announces…

News May 13, 2013
McKnight comments on Gundlach hiring

McKnight comments on Gundlach hiring

At the ICR XChange investor conference today, Bob McKnight talked about the company's new hire from Burton and how Clark's new job fits into Quik's growth plans.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Quiksilver teams up with J Crew

Quiksilver teams up with J Crew

A talk with Quiksilver Americas SVP and General Manager Steve Wilson about Quiksilver’s new collaboration with J Crew.

News May 13, 2013
Nixon founders on return to independence

Nixon founders on return to independence

An interview with the Nixon co-founders about what's next for the brand now that it will once again be independent and will have additional resources to support its growth.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Zumiez Q1 comps better than expected

Zumiez Q1 comps better than expected

Important industry customer Zumiez continues to outperform teen competitors and posted same store sales in the first quarter that beat the company's guidance.

News May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series